Opal

5534 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
(202) 570-0289

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Champagne Mushroom Risotto
Roseda Beef Striploin
Smoked Salmon Toast
Ricotta Dumplings
Rainbow Carrots
Sazerac & Smoke
Banana Pancakes
Rockfish Filet
Tuna Sashimi
Salmon Burger

Menu

Featured items
Wood Fired Bread
olive oil, seasoned butter
Chicken + Waffles
hot honey, cornmeal waffle, winter slaw
Sunchoke + Potato Hash
fried egg, monterey jack, chili relish
Kid Grilled Chicken
Yogurt + Puffed Sorghum Granola
chia seeds, EVO, fresh fruit
Kid Spaghetti

Shared Plates
Wood Fired Bread
olive oil, seasoned butter
Seasonal Pastry
Yogurt + Puffed Sorghum Granola
chia seeds, EVO, fresh fruit
Heirloom Carrots
whipped feta, hazelnut dukkah, pickled shallots
Gem Lettuce Salad
croutons, tête de moine, anchovy vinaigrette
Carolina Shrimp + Grits
hot sauce vinaigrette, celery salad

Mains
Chicken + Waffles
hot honey, cornmeal waffle, winter slaw
Sunchoke + Potato Hash
fried egg, monterey jack, chili relish
Salmon Gravlax Mezze
chimichurri avocado, jammy eggs, lavash
Banana Pancakes
maple syrup, whipped butter, candied walnuts
Mushroom + Spinach Omelette
salad, ricotta, crostini
Louisiana Eggs Benedict
seafood gumbo, biscuits, poached eggs
Steak + Eggs
hanger steak, potato hash, two eggs your way

Sides
Bacon
Two Eggs Your Style
Fresh Fruit

Kids Menu
Kid Spaghetti
Kid Grilled Chicken
Fresh Fruit

Featured items
Dry Aged Roseda Beef Striploin
lemon butter. potatoes, tomatoes
Grilled Chicken Paillard
cucumber, sunchokes, olives, mint cream
Clams With Saffron Spaghetti
garlic, chili flakes, parsley
Tuna Sashimi
capers, lemon oil, toasted nori
Oven Roasted Maine Lobster
tarragon, lemon, garlic crumbs
Mushroom Risotto
parmesan reggiano, pea tendrils, red wine jus
Gem Lettuce Salad
focaccia croutons, tête de moine, anchovy vinaigrette
Pan Seared Sea Scallops
cannellini beans, bacon, watercress
Kid Grilled Chicken
Ricotta Dumplings
brown butter, roasted pumpkin, calabrian chilies
Lamb Stuffed Pita
tahini, herb salad, lemon

A Few Things To Try
Wood Fired Bread
olive oil, seasoned butter
Gem Lettuce Salad
focaccia croutons, tête de moine, anchovy vinaigrette
Tuna Sashimi
capers, lemon oil, toasted nori
Lamb Stuffed Pita
tahini, herb salad, lemon
Clams With Saffron Spaghetti
garlic, chili flakes, parsley
Ricotta Dumplings
brown butter, roasted pumpkin, calabrian chilies
Heirloom Carrots
whipped feta, hazelnut dukkah, pickled shallots
Butternut Squash Agnolotti
pear, crispy sage, toasted pine nuts
Heirloom Carrot + Ginger Soup
toasted buckwheat, lime yogurt, carrot tops
Warm Cauliflower Salad
tahini, candied olives, golden raisins
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
pomegranates, almonds, parmesan
Carolina Shrimp + Grits
hot sauce vinaigrette, celery salad

Mains
Grilled Chicken Paillard
cucumber, sunchokes, olives, mint cream
Mushroom Risotto
parmesan reggiano, pea tendrils, red wine jus
Pan Seared Sea Scallops
cannellini beans, bacon, watercress
Dry Aged Roseda Beef Striploin
lemon butter. potatoes, tomatoes
Rainbow Trout
pickled squash, celery root puree, hazelnut butter
Mid Atlantic Rockfish Filet
charred corn, roasted leeks, corn coulis

Shared Plates
Oven Roasted Maine Lobster
tarragon, lemon, garlic crumbs

Something Sweet
Key Lime Pie
graham cracker crust, toasted meringue, candied ginger

Kids Menu
Kid Spaghetti
Kid Grilled Chicken
Fresh Fruit

Featured items
Grilled Chicken Paillard
cucumber, sunchokes, olives, mint cream
Clams With Saffron Spaghetti
garlic, chili flakes, parsley
Tuna Sashimi
capers, lemon oil, toasted nori
Mushroom Risotto
parmesan reggiano, pea tendrils, red wine jus
Gem Lettuce Salad
focaccia croutons, tête de moine, anchovy vinaigrette
Salmon Burger
remoulade, shaved lettuce, potato chips
Key Lime Pie
graham cracker crust, meringue, candied ginger
Kid Grilled Chicken
Lamb Stuffed Pita
tahini, herb salad, lemon

A Few Things To Try
Wood Fired Bread
olive oil, seasoned butter
Lamb Stuffed Pita
tahini, herb salad, lemon
Gem Lettuce Salad
focaccia croutons, tête de moine, anchovy vinaigrette
Tuna Sashimi
capers, lemon oil, toasted nori
Heirloom Carrot + Ginger Soup
buckwheat, lime yogurt, carrot top
Heirloom Carrots
whipped feta, hazelnut dukkah, pickled shallots
Carolina Shrimp + Grits
hot sauce vinaigrette, celery salad

Mains
Grilled Chicken Paillard
cucumber, sunchokes, olives, mint cream
Mushroom Risotto
parmesan reggiano, pea tendrils, red wine jus
Clams With Saffron Spaghetti
garlic, chili flakes, parsley
Salmon Burger
remoulade, shaved lettuce, potato chips
Rainbow Trout
pickled squash, celery root puree, hazelnut butter
Lamb Stuffed Pita
tzatziki, lemon, choice of chips or salad
Grilled Hanger Steak
rosemary lemon butter, marble potatoes, roasted tomatoes

Something Sweet
Key Lime Pie
graham cracker crust, meringue, candied ginger

Kids Menu
Kid Spaghetti
Kid Grilled Chicken
Fresh Fruit

Holiday Package
Tote Bag
Eggnog 32oz
Espresso Martini 32oz
Gingerbread cookies
Holiday Bundle

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Recent Reviews

We dined during Restaurant week and were delighted with our waiter, Chico’s knowledge & attention to the cuisine being offered as a fixed price option with choice of entrees. Opal is a worthy stop when frequenting Chevy Chase.
August 2025
My friend and I had the most delightful dining experience last night at Opal, all thanks to the exceptional service provided by Neariah. We are regular patrons of this restaurant, and Neariah truly stands out as one of a kind.

Her warm and welcoming demeanor, coupled with a genuine smile, immediately set the tone for a fantastic evening. Neariah's attentiveness was remarkable - she anticipated our needs before we even had to voice them, making us feel truly...
August 2025
Quintessential brunch classics, as well as a few with a modern twist. Everything we tried was in the range of passable to good, but not stunningly good.

The corn veloute was lovely, a refreshing bite to start. Sweet potato latkes were crisp, not greasy, although the addition of fish roe on the side was odd, and didn’t quite work with the dish.

Chicken and waffles were disappointing. The chicken was under-seasoned, dry and on the soggy side.
July 2025

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Opal

5534 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015
(202) 570-0289